CNH KIWIN’S
SERVICE INTO THE SUNSET DISTRICT CONVENTION SAN RAMON, CA|APRIL 3-5, 2020
AWARDS + CONTEST MANUAL
AWARD GUIDELINES Regulations set by the 2019-2020 Awards Committee
AWARD ADDITIONS Distinguished Divisonal Officer Kiwanis Family Relations
AWARD DELETIONS Single Fundraiser
DEADLINES Section 1 & 2 must be submitted by 11:59 PM. Section 3 must be turned in to DCON registration table by 9:00 PM.
SECTION 1
SECTION 2
SECTION 3
DEC
22
FEB
16
APR
12/22/19
2/16/20
4/3/20
3
INTERNATIONAL As the 32nd District of Key Club International, our district is eligible to participate in the International Contest and Awards. The Awards and Recognition Committee of 2019-2020 reserves the right to submissions for International judging in May. The International Contests and Awards include:
Sandy Nininger Award
Video
Distinguished Club
Talent Contest
Single Sevice Award
Major Emphasis
Year in Review Contests
Oratory Contest
Club Poster (Digital) Club Poster (Non-Digital)
INTERNATIONAL ONLY The following awards are available to club in the CNH KIWIN’S Disitrict but must be done indepenently and submitted to Key Club International. These awards will not be featured or presented at DCON. See Key Club International Guidebook for more information.
Membership Growth Award Key of Honor
CRITERIA It is the utmost importance that all criteria are read correctly and completed correctly. Be sure to include all required forms, recommendations, and signatures. These numbers vary by award and failure to abide by these parameters will result in disqualification. Double check that all steps are followed when submitting via email.
DISQUALIFICATIONS Any deviations from the judging criteria for any contest/award will result in immediate disqualification. Any suspicion activity (e.g. forgeries) on an award submission will also result in disqualification. The Awards and Recognition Committee reserves the right to revoke recognition for inappropriate behavior or harassment.
REMINDERS Both the Non-Traditional Scrapbook and Traditional Scrapbook cannot be submitted by the same club. The same rules apply to Digital and Non-Digital Poster. Distinguished Editor may include Historians, Webmasters, Publicity Chairs, or Technology Chairs. Only one submission is allowed per club. The Thirst Project (the Governor’s Project) is a partner with Key Club International. All deadlines are final. No exceptions. If there are any remaining questions, please contact Colby Om on Facebook or kiwins.dawardschair@gmail.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 Club Poster Non-Digital
Club Website
Club Poster Digital
Club T-Shirt
Club Video
SECTION 2 Distinguished Club
Major Emphasis Program
Distinguished Appointed Board Officer
Minor Emphasis Program
Distinguished Club President
Most Improved Club
Distinguished Club Vice President
Most Improved DIvision
Distinguished Club Secretary
Partners in Service
Distinguished Club Treasurer
Sandy Nininger Medal
Distinguished Editor
Sid Smith Award
Distinguished Divisional Officer
Single Service
Advisor of the Year
Kiwanis Family Relations
CNH KIWIN’S Member of the Year
Talent Show Contest
SECTION 3 Impromptu Essay
Non-Traditional Scrapbook
KIK’S Spirit Awards
Traditional Scrapbook
Oratorical Contest
SECTION 3
AWARDS
CNH | KIWIN’S MEMBER AWARD
IMPROMPTU ESSAY OVERVIEW GUIDELINES
DEADLINE: APRIL 3 PLEASE TURN IN THE COMPLETED FORM NO LATER THAN 9 PM NAME: CLUB NAME: DIVISON:
Rules Governing the Impromptu Essay Contest The Impromptu Essay will be conducted according to the following rules: A.) This contest will be held at a designated time and place (as stated in the convention program) where complete silence will be maintained at all times. B.) Each CNH KIWIN’S Club in good standing with Cal-Nev-Ha KIWIN’S and Key Club International will be able to select one club member to participate in the contest. C.) Each entrant will write an essay of up to 500 words on a topic unknown to the contestants in advance. D.) The following guidelines will be enforced for this contest: 1. All essays must be neatly handwritten. 2. Contestants are not permitted to use any outside notes, electronic equipment, printed materials or any other references during this contest. 3. Essays must pertain to the topic. Essays that fail to address the topic will be disqualified. Essays will be judged on a basis of quality not quantity E.) Judging and awarding points will be based on the following criteria: Original...........................30 points Organization...................25 points Development of Topic...25 points Grammar........................20 points
CNH | KIWIN’S CLUB AWARD
KEEPING IN KIWIN’S SPIRIT OVERVIEW GUIDELINES
DEADLINE: APRIL 3 PLEASE TURN IN THE COMPLETED FORM NO LATER THAN 9 PM CLUB NAME: DIVISON:
Rules Governing the Keeping in KIWIN’S Spirit Contest One of the distinguishing characteristics of the CNH KIWIN’S District Convention is the abundance of spirit and enthusiasm. THe battle for the glory of the KIKS Spirit Award has been a long tradition, which has always heightened a member’s experience at CNH KIWIN’S District Convention. What started out as just an award has manifested into one of the greatest honors a club can receive. Clubs cheer their hearts out and display pride in their schools and divisions through little gifts and dances performed throughout the convention. The KIKS Award will be conducted according to the following rules: A.) Written application stating that your club wishes to participate in this contest and a general description (for judges’ use ONLY) of how you intend to show your spirit will be required of all clubs wishing to enter the contest. (One of each KIKS must be presented at the judging table on APRIL 5 BEFORE 9 PM) B.) Interruptions during general sessions, caucus sessions, and/or workshops may result in disqualification. C.) Noise enhancing objects, except non-electronic megaphones, will not be allowed and may result in disqualification. (i.e. musical instruments, microphones, electronic megaphones, etc.) No noise makers! D.) All clubs participating in this contest MUST OBSERVE ALL CONVENTION RULES AND HOTEL RULES AT ALL TIMES. Any infraction of the rules will result in automatic disqualification. E.) Note: Clubs are permitted to place/leave KIKS on the dining room tables 30 minutes prior to each general session. Each club is allowed up to 2 members at that time. Please be courteous of others when placing the KIKS on the tables. Place all KIKS items in a clear zip lock bag.
GUIDLINES (CONTINUED) SECTION 1: 40 points Presenting and Originality: (cheers, club gifts, etc.) SECTION 2: 10 points Display of Divisional and District Spirit: (participation in Divisional/District cheers, support of other schools) SECTION 3: 10 points Display of Club Unity: (Gimmicks, cheers, uniforms, etc.) Number of members attending conventions: ________________________________________________ Percentage of members attending: ________________________________________________ Will you be wearing a club uniform?: ________________________________________________ Have you planned club cheers?: ________________________________________________
CERTIFICATION This certifies that we have read this report and that the information on this report is accurate. We understand that all signatures are required and forgeries will result in automatic disqualification.
SIGNATURE:_________________
DATE:________
SIGNATURE:_________________
DATE:________
SIGNATURE:_________________
DATE:________
KIWIN’S PRESIDENT
KIWIN’S FACULTY ADVISOR
KIWANIS ADVISOR
CNH | KIWIN’S INTERNATIONAL AWARD
ORATORICAL CONTEST OVERVIEW GUIDELINES
DEADLINE: APRIL 3 PLEASE TURN IN THE COMPLETED FORM NO LATER THAN 9 PM NAME: CLUB NAME: DIVISON:
Rules Governing the Oratorical Contest The Oratorical Contest will be conducted according to the following rules: A.) The subject matter of the oration and the presentation must be original and completely developed by each orator. Contest and presentation will be considered equally in judging. B.) Each orator will be allowed maximum of five minutes for his/her presentation. Exceeding the time limit may result in a penalty. C.) Each orator must be an official member in good standing with Key Club International. D.) Judging and awarding points will be based on the following criteria: Speech: Clarity of message and projection of ideas................25 points Depth.............................................................................5 points Originality.......................................................................5 points Structure (organization, grammar, transition)..............15 points Delivery: Presence (posture, gesture, engage audience).........15 points Voice (tone, diction, effectiveness)............................15 points Ease of presentation....................................................15 points Attention of audience...................................................5 points The winning orator from the organized KIWIN’S District will be eligible for the International Oratorical Contest. He/she will have been selected from outstanding club orators speaking on the same subject at the various District Conventions. Each club is allowed two participants, registered at District Convention. H.) The Chairman or other designated CNH KIWIN’S will act as an official fimer. He/she will warn each orator at designated times by either standing or using time cards. At the end of the allotted time of five minutes, he/she will call time. The orator will be permitted to finish the sentence without penalty.
GUIDELINES (CONTINUED) I.) J.)
The order of speaking will be determined by a random drawing. Each orator must wait in another room, until he/she is called by the Sergeant-At-Arms. After his/her presentation, he/she must leave the room and return to the regular convention program If convention scheduling permits, one orator will be selected to present his/her oration at the Awards Ceremony.
Prompt: Our diversity of heritage, personality, and leadership contributes to the beautiful culture of Key Club. How have the unique qualities of our truly international organization shaped you and your impact on your community?
CNH | KIWIN’S INTERNATIONAL AWARD
NON-TRADITIONAL SCRAPBOOK OVERVIEW GUIDELINES
DEADLINE: APRIL 3 PLEASE TURN IN THE COMPLETED FORM NO LATER THAN 9 PM CLUB NAME: DIVISON:
Rules Governing the Non-Traditional Scrapbook The Non-Traditional Scrapbook will be conducted according to the following rules: A.) A CNH KIWIN’S Club may enter a non-traditional scrapbook or composition of other media containing pictures, souvenirs, examples, newspaper clippings, or other representations of its activities during the club administrative year (defined as being from District Convention 2019 to District Convention 2020). B.) Each entry should adequately portray the following categories: Service to School; Service to Community; Fundraising Projects; Assistance to Kiwanis Projects; Major Emphasis and Miscellaneous. C.) Judging of the non-traditional scrapbook will be on a point system as follows: Format - 50 points Cover Artwork....................................................10 points Interior Artwork...................................................20 points News clippings and Photo..................................20 points General Context - 60 points Service to School...............................................10 points Service to Community........................................10 points Fundraising.........................................................10 points Assistance to Kiwanis Projects............................10 points Involvement with Major Emphasis Program.......10 points Miscellaneous....................................................10 points
GUIDLINES (CONTINUED) D.)
E.) F.) G.) H.)
A sheet of paper must be affixed to the scrapbook containing the following: CNH KIWIN’S Club name, city, state/ province, district and an itemized statement of total expenditures and donations. If this sheet is not affixed to the scrapbook, the judges will deduct ten points. This statement must be signed by the CNH KIWIN’S Club President and faculty advisor, stating the scrapbook retail cost value (including photographic materials) does not exceed the amount of US $150. Work done by CNH KIWIN’S Club members such as hand-lettering, artwork, etc., do not need to be included as cost items. Failure to comply with this rule will result in disqualification. Entries shall be submitted to the CNH KIWIN’S Convention desk on April 3 by 9 PM. No audio, visual, or computer equipment will be allowed. The entry must be sturdy to allow handling by judges as necessary. SIZE LIMIT: 4 ft. x 4 ft. Height is not limited. Suitable awards will be presented to first, second, and third places on the basis of creativity and general content. The decisions of the judges are final and no changes alterations or reassessments will take place after the judges and the Chair of Contests and Awards have certifies the results.
CERTIFICATION This certifies that we have read this report and that the information on this report is accurate. We understand that all signatures are required and forgeries will result in automatic disqualification.
SIGNATURE:_________________
DATE:________
SIGNATURE:_________________
DATE:________
SIGNATURE:_________________
DATE:________
KIWIN’S PRESIDENT
KIWIN’S FACULTY ADVISOR
KIWANIS ADVISOR
Scrapbook year in review cost sheet Contest and award criteria can be found in the Key Club Guidebook, www.keyclub.org/guidebook. Scrapbook information is on pages 57-58. TRADITIONAL SCRAPBOOK
Check One:
Key Club of: ____________________________________
NON-TRADITIONAL SCRAPBOOK Club ID #: ________________________
District: ______________________________________________________________________________ Contact Information Please check one:
Faculty advisor
Kiwanis advisor
Advisor name: ______________________________________________________________________________ Phone number with area code: ___________________________ E-mail: __________________________ Costs
Donations
Photo materials: US$ _________
Materials by school:
US$ _________
Pages:
US$ _________
Materials by businesses:
US$ _________
Binder:
US$ _________
Other:
US$ _________
Other:
US$ _________
Other:
US$ _________
Other:
US$ _________
Other:
US$ _________
Other:
US$ _________
Total:
US$ _________
Total:
US$ _________
Signature of faculty advisor or Kiwanis advisor: (Signature) ______________________________________
(Print name here) ______________________________
Signature of club president: (Signature) ______________________________________
(Print name here) ______________________________
(PLEASE ATTACH THIS COST SHEET TO INSIDE COVER OF SCRAPBOOK ENTRY)
CNH | KIWIN’S INTERNATIONAL AWARD
TRADITIONAL SCRAPBOOK OVERVIEW GUIDELINES
DEADLINE: APRIL 3 PLEASE TURN IN THE COMPLETED FORM NO LATER THAN 9 PM CLUB NAME: DIVISON:
Rules Governing the Traditional Scrapbook The Traditional Scrapbook will be conducted according to the following rules: A.) A CNH KIWIN’S Club may enter a traditional scrapbook or composition of other media containing pictures, souvenirs, examples, newspaper clippings, or other representations of its activities during the club administrative year (defined as being from District Convention 2019 to District Convention 2020). B.) Each entry should adequately portray the following categories: Service to School; Service to Community; Fundraising Projects; Assistance to Kiwanis Projects; Major Emphasis and Miscellaneous. C.) Judging of the traditional scrapbook will be on a point system as follows: Format - 50 points Cover Artwork....................................................10 points Interior Artwork...................................................20 points News clippings and Photo..................................20 points General Context - 60 points Service to School...............................................10 points Service to Community........................................10 points Fundraising.........................................................10 points Assistance to Kiwanis Projects............................10 points Involvement with Major Emphasis Program.......10 points Miscellaneous....................................................10 points
GUIDLINES (CONTINUED) D.)
E.) F.) G.) H.)
A sheet of paper must be affixed to the scrapbook containing the following: CNH KIWIN’S Club name, city, state, district and an itemized statement of total expenditures and donations. If this sheet is not affixed to the scrapbook, the judges will deduct ten points. This statement must be signed by the CNH KIWIN’S Club President and faculty advisor, stating the scrapbook retail cost value (including photographic materials) does not exceed the amount of US $150. Work done by CNH KIWIN’S Club members such as hand-lettering, artwork, etc., do not need to be included as cost items. Failure to comply with this rule will result in disqualification. Entries shall be submitted to the CNH KIWIN’S Convention desk on April 3 by 9 PM. No audio, visual, or computer equipment will be allowed. The entry must be sturdy to allow handling by judges as necessary. SIZE LIMIT: 4 ft. x 4 ft. Suitable awards will be presented to first, second, and third places on the basis of creativity and general content. The decisions of the judges are final and no changes alterations or reassessments will take place after the judges and the Chair of Contests and Awards have certifies the results.
CERTIFICATION This certifies that we have read this report and that the information on this report is accurate. We understand that all signatures are required and forgeries will result in automatic disqualification.
SIGNATURE:_________________
DATE:________
SIGNATURE:_________________
DATE:________
SIGNATURE:_________________
DATE:________
KIWIN’S PRESIDENT
KIWIN’S FACULTY ADVISOR
KIWANIS ADVISOR
Scrapbook year in review cost sheet Contest and award criteria can be found in the Key Club Guidebook, www.keyclub.org/guidebook. Scrapbook information is on pages 57-58. TRADITIONAL SCRAPBOOK
Check One:
Key Club of: ____________________________________
NON-TRADITIONAL SCRAPBOOK Club ID #: ________________________
District: ______________________________________________________________________________ Contact Information Please check one:
Faculty advisor
Kiwanis advisor
Advisor name: ______________________________________________________________________________ Phone number with area code: ___________________________ E-mail: __________________________ Costs
Donations
Photo materials: US$ _________
Materials by school:
US$ _________
Pages:
US$ _________
Materials by businesses:
US$ _________
Binder:
US$ _________
Other:
US$ _________
Other:
US$ _________
Other:
US$ _________
Other:
US$ _________
Other:
US$ _________
Other:
US$ _________
Total:
US$ _________
Total:
US$ _________
Signature of faculty advisor or Kiwanis advisor: (Signature) ______________________________________
(Print name here) ______________________________
Signature of club president: (Signature) ______________________________________
(Print name here) ______________________________
(PLEASE ATTACH THIS COST SHEET TO INSIDE COVER OF SCRAPBOOK ENTRY)
COLBY OM
AWARD AND RECOGNITION CHAIR kiwins.dawardschair@gmail.com